Oakdale High School - Oracle Yearbook (Oakdale, CA)

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When my friends had left the hotel, I immediately went to bed as I was very tired from the excitement of coming back to my old home town and seeing so many people I knew. I promised myself an interesting day on the morrow, and went to sleep, dreaming that I again was a student in the Oakdale Union High School. The next day, after rising at a late hour and eating a sumptuous breakfast, I took one of the Santa Cruz busses, in order to visit the high school. As I walked up the beaten paths of my Alma Mater, my heart beat violently, for any moment I half expected to meet some of my schoolmates-many of whom I had not seen for ten years. I opened the door hastily and walked into the hall. I looked down the hall and then stopped in amazement. Where had I seen the face of that man who was walking so leisurely into the Spanish room? Then I remembered. It was Clyde Johnson, who was performing the duties formerly belonging to Doug Morean. I conversed with him for a while, and he explained to me the cause of his taking up such an occupation. It seems that after leaving high school, Clyde had intended to fit himself for the work of an editor, but his love for the Alma Mater was so strong he was forced to come back to Oakdale. My surprise knew no bounds when Clyde informed me that Leo Hallinan had been principal of the O. U. H. S. for two years. Leo a principal! It seemed impossible! In order to believe what I had heard, I madly dashed to the oflice. There in a swivel chair sat Leo, in much the same position as I had often seen him in the office ten years before. Leo, I cried, regardless of the echo which carried my voice from room to room. He greeted me joyously and then began to speak fluently of the merits of the high school. Yes, replied Leo in answer to my questions, 'tall during my term in school I had envied Mr. Gossett his position fas of course you must remember because of my fondness for the officej, and now- but no need for further words as Leo indicated the large expanse of the office which he so loved. A look of sadness came to his eyes as he told me that soon he must retire from the position as his doctor had ref cently informed him that he was on the verge of a collapse from overwork. This sounded so like the hard-working Leo. He soon brightened and said, Of course you know that Mabel Gilbertson is my oflice girl now. She is very efficient. Theresa Panetto and Kathryn Hoffman are new teachers here. Have you heard about Albert Williams? He has taken the place occupied by Mrs. Dittemore as the instructor in Senior English. In last week's newspaper, the one edited by George Corrigan, Albert wrote an article upon the use of good books. As an example he gives The Century Handbook. Albert declares he is never without a copy. Dan Gilbert only aazlw

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Naturally I was very chagrined to think that my presence in Oakdale was of no more consequence. But there was no use to let my day be spoiled like this, so I again scanned the streets and shop windows. Glancing upward I noticed that clouds were gathering. A soft wind was blowing, and the warm rain quickly began to fall. Seeking shelter, I rushed into a gift shop near by. My surprise was paramount when I found that the gift shop was operated under the management of Edna Bren' nan and Lorena Eastman, They had bought the store formerly belonging to Bernard Hoisholt. As the shower had blown over, I again resumed my walk. Next to the gift shop was a large radio store. In gold block letters upon the glass window was another familiar name, Mitchell Burnett. Leisurely sauntering a few blocks further, I came to a modern, well equipped ice cream parlor. As I looked inside, I discerned the figures of two girls at the fountain. The flaming auburn hair of the first immef diately proclaimed her identity to me, for she was none other than 'Zula Cope. The other waitress, who was at that moment carrying four glasses of water in one hand, and balancing a tray overladen with plates, cups, saucers and silverware in the other, was Zula's dear friend, Mildred Miller. As I could not withstand the temptation of speaking with these two girls, I went inside of the store and ordered a light luncheon. Zula and Mildred then informed me of the activities of many of my former ac' quaintances. Zelda Ketcham had been residing on Elm Street, Roberts Ferry, for at least two years. Bernice Kumle had' married and was making her home in Crockett. Soon a woman entered the room. Much to my surprise, I found that she was Doris Pattee. After exchanging greetings, she informed me that she was on her way to the famous Babcock Theater, where Miss Rosie Lorang was to be featured in a new film production under the direction of Gordon Kaasa. Upon her urging me, I decided to accompany Doris for an afternoon entertainment. I discovered, as we arrived at the theater, that Margaret Dineen was encased in the little box at the door, nominally known as the ticket oilice. We found good seats and then turned our attention to the movie, which had at that moment started. Much to our amaze' ment, we read the first title of the news reel, Ruth Gilbert Wins World Tennis Championship. As her picture was flashed across the screen, we became immef diately aware of the fact that Ruth had lost none of her high school beauty, for which she was always so admired. Our attention was next drawn by the sweet sounds that were issuing from the pipe organ. Doris told me that Evelyn Sawyer had obtained that position three years before. With the end of the play, we adjourned to the hotel where we partook of a dinner in the company of Edith Cole, Alice Mae Carter, Russell Cree and George Harmon. Edith and Alice Mae were employed as teachers in .the Tracy High School, while Russell and George had recently bought out a wholesale house in Modesto. --ax-Q zo ya-

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last week succeeded Mr. Maxwell as the learned professor of Chemistry. This may seem strange as Dan's passion for Chemistry was not so noticeable in his school life. Manuel Cayton has also brought fame upon himself. He is now a teacher of music in Newman. From all reports, he is very successful, although he is not a favorite with the students. Why not? Well, he does so object to loud talking in the halls and classrooms. This was also his mania in high school, you remember?,' Interrupting Leo's words, I quickly asked, 'iWhere is William Laughlin? I have not heard from him for some time. Leo smiled, and then answered my question. Well, just one week ago Bill was married, and he and his newly acquired wife are taking an extended trip to Europe. As the bell rang for the noon hour, I left the new principal of the O. U. H. S. and slowly walked back to 1ny hotel. Thence, I made my way to the landing field ,in preparation for leaving Oakdale. I started my plane and quickly soared into the air, happier than I had been for some time, for had I not seen many of the class of '28 again-the best class that ever lived? Senior Class Officers President f f Alfred Ludlow VicefPresident f - Sam Marchetti Secretary f f IVIa1'jO1'i6 SISSOII Treasurer f f Rosie Lorang Adviser f Mrs. Dittemore .Wi 22